Tropica Anubias barteri var. barteri

Anubias barteri var. barteri from West Africa is an undemanding plant. It grows somewhat larger than Anubias barteri var. nana but is grown in the same conditions. From 25-45 cm tall and the creeping rhizome from 10-15 cm or more. Anubias barteri varies considerably in terms of size and leaf shape.

Like other Anubias-species, it is best planted in a shady spot to minimize algae growth on the leaves. If planted on the bottom, the rhizome must not be covered because it tends to rot. It is also suitable for terrariums and paludariums. Herbivorous fish do not eat the very tough and robust leaves.

Plant info

Type: Rhizomatous

Origin: Africa

Country or continent where a plant is the most common. Cultivars arise or are bred in cultivation.

Growth rate: Slow

Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants.

Height: 20 - 30+

Average height (cm) of the plant after two months in the tank.

Light demand: Low

The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0,5 W/L.

CO2 : Low

A medium need in CO2 is 6-14 mg/L. A high demand in CO2 is approx. 15-25 mg/L.